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Verisk Analytics Stock Price, News & Analysis (NASDAQ:VRSK)

$232.92
-0.83 (-0.36%)
(As of 12/8/2023 ET)
Compare
Today's Range
$230.18
$233.19
50-Day Range
$222.25
$247.60
52-Week Range
$169.74
$249.26
Volume
935,971 shs
Average Volume
796,813 shs
Market Capitalization
$33.77 billion
P/E Ratio
68.51
Dividend Yield
0.58%
Price Target
$248.57

Verisk Analytics MarketRank™ Stock Analysis

Analyst Rating
Hold
2.47 Rating Score
Upside/​Downside
6.7% Upside
$248.57 Price Target
Short Interest
Healthy
2.15% of Float Sold Short
Dividend Strength
Weak
Based on Four Factors
Sustainability
-0.88
Upright™ Environmental Score
News Sentiment
1.05mentions of Verisk Analytics in the last 14 days
Based on 7 Articles This Week
Insider Trading
Selling Shares
$743,825 Sold Last Quarter
Proj. Earnings Growth
14.86%
From $5.72 to $6.57 Per Share

Overall MarketRank

MarketRank is calculated as an average of available category scores, with extra weight given to analysis and valuation.

2.46 out of 5 stars

Business Services Sector

82nd out of 292 stocks

Data Processing & Preparation Industry

13th out of 52 stocks


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About Verisk Analytics Stock (NASDAQ:VRSK)

Verisk Analytics, Inc. provides data analytics solutions to the insurance markets in the United States and internationally. The company provides predictive analytics and decision support solutions to customers in rating, underwriting, claims, catastrophe and weather risk, global risk analytics, and various other fields. It focuses on the prediction of loss, selection and pricing of risk, and compliance with their reporting requirements for property and casualty insurance customers, as well as develops machine learned and artificially intelligent models to forecast scenarios and produce standard and customized analytics that help its customers to manage their businesses, including detecting fraud before and after a loss event, and quantifying losses. The company was founded in 1971 and is headquartered in Jersey City, New Jersey.

VRSK Stock Price History

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Company Calendar

Ex-Dividend for 9/29 Dividend
9/14/2023
Dividend Payable
9/29/2023
Last Earnings
11/01/2023
Today
12/09/2023
Ex-Dividend for 12/29 Dividend
12/14/2023
Dividend Payable
12/29/2023
Fiscal Year End
12/31/2023
Next Earnings (Estimated)
2/27/2024

Industry, Sector and Symbol

Industry
Data processing & preparation
Sub-Industry
Research & Consulting Services
Current Symbol
NASDAQ:VRSK
CUSIP
92345Y10
Employees
7,000
Year Founded
1971

Price Target and Rating

Average Stock Price Target
$248.57
High Stock Price Target
$288.00
Low Stock Price Target
$187.00
Potential Upside/Downside
+6.7%
Consensus Rating
Hold
Rating Score (0-4)
2.47
Research Coverage
15 Analysts

Profitability

Net Income
$953.90 million
Pretax Margin
38.86%

Debt

Sales & Book Value

Annual Sales
$2.50 billion
Cash Flow
$7.24 per share
Book Value
$11.30 per share

Miscellaneous

Free Float
143,088,000
Market Cap
$33.77 billion
Optionable
Optionable
Beta
0.84

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Should I Buy Verisk Analytics Stock? VRSK Pros and Cons Explained

These insights were generated using artificial intelligence. They are based on proprietary MarketBeat data, news articles, and custom LLM A.I. algorithms. This analysis of Verisk Analytics was last updated on Tuesday, November 28, 2023 at 11:24 AM.

Pros

Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in Verisk Analytics, Inc.:

  • Verisk Analytics, Inc. provides data analytics solutions to the insurance markets in the United States and internationally. This positions the company in a growing industry with a high demand for data-driven insights.
  • The company has a strong track record of financial performance. In the most recent quarter, Verisk Analytics reported earnings per share of $1.52, beating analysts' consensus estimates. This indicates the company's ability to generate profits and deliver value to shareholders.
  • Verisk Analytics has a diverse range of products and services, including predictive analytics and decision support solutions. This allows the company to cater to various needs within the insurance industry and potentially capture a larger market share.
  • Wall Street analysts have issued positive ratings and price targets for Verisk Analytics. This suggests that there is confidence in the company's future prospects and potential for stock price appreciation.
  • The company has a dividend program in place, with a current payout ratio of 40.00%. This means that investors can potentially receive regular income from their investment in Verisk Analytics.

Cons

Investors should be bearish about investing in Verisk Analytics, Inc. for these reasons:

  • The stock price of Verisk Analytics, Inc. is subject to market fluctuations and can be influenced by various factors such as economic conditions, industry trends, and competitive pressures. Investors should carefully consider the risks associated with investing in the stock market.
  • Verisk Analytics operates in a highly competitive industry, with other data analytics companies vying for market share. This could potentially impact the company's ability to maintain or expand its customer base.
  • Changes in regulations or legal requirements related to the insurance industry could have an impact on Verisk Analytics' operations and profitability. Investors should stay informed about any regulatory developments that could affect the company.
  • While Verisk Analytics has a strong track record, past performance is not indicative of future results. Investors should conduct thorough research and analysis before making investment decisions.
  • Investing in Verisk Analytics, Inc. involves market risk, including the potential for loss of principal. Investors should carefully consider their risk tolerance and investment objectives before investing in the company.














VRSK Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

Should I buy or sell Verisk Analytics stock right now?

15 Wall Street research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Verisk Analytics in the last year. There are currently 8 hold ratings and 7 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street research analysts is that investors should "hold" VRSK shares. A hold rating indicates that analysts believe investors should maintain any existing positions they have in VRSK, but not buy additional shares or sell existing shares.
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What is Verisk Analytics' stock price target for 2024?

15 Wall Street analysts have issued 1-year target prices for Verisk Analytics' shares. Their VRSK share price targets range from $187.00 to $288.00. On average, they expect the company's share price to reach $248.57 in the next twelve months. This suggests a possible upside of 6.7% from the stock's current price.
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How have VRSK shares performed in 2023?

Verisk Analytics' stock was trading at $176.42 at the beginning of 2023. Since then, VRSK shares have increased by 32.0% and is now trading at $232.92.
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When is Verisk Analytics' next earnings date?

The company is scheduled to release its next quarterly earnings announcement on Tuesday, February 27th 2024.
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How were Verisk Analytics' earnings last quarter?

Verisk Analytics, Inc. (NASDAQ:VRSK) posted its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, November, 1st. The business services provider reported $1.52 EPS for the quarter, topping analysts' consensus estimates of $1.47 by $0.05. The business services provider had revenue of $677.60 million for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $663.33 million. Verisk Analytics had a trailing twelve-month return on equity of 135.34% and a net margin of 19.04%. Verisk Analytics's revenue was up 11.1% on a year-over-year basis. During the same quarter last year, the company earned $1.46 EPS.
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How often does Verisk Analytics pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for Verisk Analytics?

Verisk Analytics announced a quarterly dividend on Wednesday, November 1st. Investors of record on Friday, December 15th will be paid a dividend of $0.34 per share on Friday, December 29th. This represents a $1.36 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 0.58%. The ex-dividend date is Thursday, December 14th.
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Is Verisk Analytics a good dividend stock?

Verisk Analytics (NASDAQ:VRSK) pays an annual dividend of $1.36 per share and currently has a dividend yield of 0.58%. The company has been increasing its dividend for 4 consecutive year(s), indicating that it does not yet have a strong track record of dividend growth. The dividend payout ratio is 40.00%. This payout ratio is at a healthy, sustainable level, below 75%. Based on earnings estimates, VRSK will have a dividend payout ratio of 20.70% next year. This indicates that the company will be able to sustain or increase its dividend.
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What guidance has Verisk Analytics issued on next quarter's earnings?

Verisk Analytics issued an update on its FY23 earnings guidance on Wednesday, November, 1st. The company provided earnings per share (EPS) guidance of $5.50-5.70 for the period, compared to the consensus EPS estimate of $5.74. The company issued revenue guidance of $2.63-2.66 billion, compared to the consensus revenue estimate of $2.67 billion.

What is Scott Stephenson's approval rating as Verisk Analytics' CEO?

166 employees have rated Verisk Analytics Chief Executive Officer Scott Stephenson on Glassdoor.com. Scott Stephenson has an approval rating of 94% among the company's employees. This puts Scott Stephenson in the top 30% of approval ratings compared to other CEOs of publicly-traded companies.

What other stocks do shareholders of Verisk Analytics own?

Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some companies that other Verisk Analytics investors own include NVIDIA (NVDA), Home Depot (HD), Adobe (ADBE), Visa (V), Broadcom (AVGO), Verizon Communications (VZ), Walmart (WMT), Starbucks (SBUX), AbbVie (ABBV) and Walt Disney (DIS).

Who are Verisk Analytics' major shareholders?

Verisk Analytics' stock is owned by a variety of institutional and retail investors. Top institutional investors include Massachusetts Financial Services Co. MA (5.19%), FMR LLC (3.40%), Morgan Stanley (2.62%), Brown Advisory Inc. (1.91%), Parnassus Investments LLC (1.84%) and Citigroup Inc. (1.37%). Insiders that own company stock include Bruce Edward Hansen, Christopher M Foskett, Constantine Iordanou, David B Wright, David J Grover, Kathy Card Beckles, Lee Shavel, Mark V Anquillare, Nicholas Daffan, Samuel G Liss, Scott G Stephenson, Therese M Vaughan and Wendy E Lane.
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How do I buy shares of Verisk Analytics?

Shares of VRSK stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include WeBull, Vanguard Brokerage Services, TD Ameritrade, E*TRADE, Robinhood, Fidelity, and Charles Schwab.
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Does Verisk Analytics have any subsidiaries?
The following companies are subsidiares of Verisk Analytics: AIR Worldwide Corporation, Argus Information and Advisory Services, BuildFax, Business Insight, FAST Technology, Genscape, ISO Services, Insurance Services Office, Keystone Aerial Surveys Inc, LCI, Power Advocate, Rebmark Legal Solutions Ltd, Rulebook, Wood Mackenzie Limited, and Xactware Solutions.
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This page (NASDAQ:VRSK) was last updated on 12/10/2023 by MarketBeat.com Staff

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